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Learn to Skate
Learn to skate classes are offered year round at Braemar Arena!
Fall, winter and summer sessions are offered for beginners through advanced skaters and are available for ages three through adult. We use Learn to Skate USA to determine skating levels and our instructors are professionally accredited in both hockey and figure skating with Learn to Skate USA.
If you have any questions, please call us at 952-833-9506.
Fall, winter and summer sessions are offered for beginners through advanced skaters and are available for ages three through adult. We use Learn to Skate USA to determine skating levels and our instructors are professionally accredited in both hockey and figure skating with Learn to Skate USA.
If you have any questions, please call us at 952-833-9506.
Parent/Child Class (30 Minutes)
Ages 3-6 This is a class for the young skater who is apprehensive and would like Mom or Dad on the ice with them.
Snowplow Sam: Levels 1 - 4 (30 Minutes)
Ages 3 - 6The Snowplow Sam levels are introductory classes divided into four progressive levels allowing children with no prior skating experience to build confidence while learning the basic skills of skating. These classes are designed to help children six and younger develop the ABCs of movement - Agility, Balance, Coordination and speed. The ABCs are essential for developing fundamental movement skills and physical literacy. All classes will be taught in a safe and positive environment, incorporating fun and games making class time an enjoyable experience for all.
View a pdf of specific curriculum requirements for Snowplow Sam
Basic Skills: Levels 1 - 6 (30 Minutes)
Ages 6 and olderBasic Skills teaches the FUNdamentals of ice skating and provides the best foundation for figure skating, hockey and speed skating. Six progressive levels introduce forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers, and turns. Upon completion of the Basic Skills 1-6 levels, skaters will be able to confidently advance to more specialized areas of skating. All classes will be well-structured with the focus on proper skill development taught in a positive, FUN, and social environment. Skaters will progress at their own rate and advance after skill mastery is demonstrated.
View a pdf of the specific curriculum for Basic Skills
USA Hockey (30 or 45 minutes)
Ages 3-9Jump & Spin (60 minutes)
Ages 4-15This hour long class is for skaters who are interested in advancing their figure skating skills. Skaters will begin learning skills to incorporate jumps and spins while developing their skating skills. Skater must have passed Basic 2 or have a coach's recommendation to register.
Adult Learn to Skate (30 minutes)
For beginners or those adults who want to improve their skills. Offered each session throughout the year.
Fall Skate School Kick Off
Here is your chance to get on the ice and meet the skate school instructors. If it's been a while, you can have an evaluation to make sure you are placed in the correct class. General Sports will check skate fit and make sure your skater is ready to go for the first week of class.
Date: Saturday, September 15, 2018
Time: 11 a.m. - noon
Cost: Free
Fall 2018 Skate School
Registration begins 8 a.m. Aug. 20 for Edina residents and Aug. 27 for non-residents.
Sign-up here, as classes can fill up fast!
- The 11-week Fall Session runs Sept. 18 - Dec. 15 with classes offered during the day on Tuesdays and Saturdays. An 8-week Thursday night session will be offered Sep. 20 - Nov. 15. Two fall sessions of Jump and Spin are scheduled on Tuesday evenings. See the PDF of the schedule or the full Activities Directory for class information.
- No class the week of MEA (Oct. 16 - 20) except Jump and Spin or Thanksgiving week (Nov. 20 - Nov. 24)
- If a class shows a wait list, please complete registration so you can be contacted in the event of a cancellation
Winter/Spring 2019 Skate School
Registration begins at 8 a.m. on December 10th for Edina residents and December 17th for non-residents
- The twelve week winter/spring session runs January 8 - April 14 with classes offered during the day on Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Winter and Spring sessions of Jump and Spin are scheduled on Tuesday evenings.
- No class the week of February 5 - 10 and March 18 - 24 (Edina Public Schools Spring Break)
- If a class shows a wait list, please complete registration so you can be contacted in the event of a cancellation